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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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